HP P1220 Printer Review

It is easy to see the target demographic of the HP P1220. With its "Barbie" design that includes hearts and flowers it is clearly designed for young girls, but underneath its pink exterior is actually a very capable color inkjet printer. Speeds are slow, at only 1.5 and 3.5 pages per minute for black and color, respectively, but print quality is fairly solid, especially given the affordable price. You won't have to replace printer ink often, as HP P1220 ink cartridges have large capacities.

The P1220's design tends to be taller than many comparable models, but this allows it to occupy a smaller footprint, which could be appealing to some buyers and less convenient for others. The front paper tray can fold up to make the machine more compact, and the cable can even be attached to the back for more portability. The cable is for a standard parallel port, and the unit does not include support for a USB connection.

Inkjet owners know that printer ink can make up the bulk of ownership costs, but HP P1220 ink is affordable enough to mostly alleviate these problems. Some sellers offer compatible HP P1220 ink, for those who seek even lower prices, and the fact that there are only two HP P1220 ink cartridges to replace is also a bonus.

User reviews for the P1220 are mixed, but generally positive. Most users praise the value buyers get for the low price, and feel that the print quality is impressive. A few mentioned disappointment in its slow speeds and felt that print quality was lacking.

For the little girl in your life, the HP P1220 is an excellent choice, but its appeal is certainly limited to that demographic. Nevertheless, having her own printer decorated with one of her favorite characters is sure to be a point of pride for any child.

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